| Mortgage Rates Surge to 4-Year High |
| Borrowers faced even higher numbers this week, as financing costs continue to climb. |
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| More Americans Are Homeowners in 2018 |
| Over the last year, more home shoppers became owners as the number of renters continued to decrease, according to the latest Census data. |
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| Freddie Expands 3% Down Loans for New Buyers |
| The mortgage financing giant is debuting a new 3 percent down payment option for qualified first-time buyers that could put it in direct competition with the FHA. |
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| Afraid of Public Speaking? Use These 5 Tips |
| Don’t let your nerves get the best of you. Keep your cool and captivate your audience with these presentation practices. |
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| Gmail Redesign: The Changes for Your Business |
| The world’s most popular email service underwent a big overhaul this week. Check out some of the changes that could apply to your business. |
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| What’s Your Most Inventive Marketing Idea? |
| We want to know your innovative and fresh marketing tactics for showcasing yourself as an agent and your listings. It doesn’t necessarily have to be high-tech, but it should be original and unique to you. Email Senior Editor Graham Wood at gwood@realtors.org to be featured in an upcoming article! |
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| Find Out Your Remodeling Personality Type |
| Maybe you’re the Sensible Improver, the Project Planner, the Reliable Renovator, the Visionary, or the Extrovert. This infographic will help you determine which group you fit into. |
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| Do You Speak Residential or Commercial? |
| If you’re not fluent in a particular real estate specialty, partner with an expert translator. Your client’s success—and your reputation—could depend on it. |
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| Top 5 Questions From Investors |
| Whether a client is looking to purchase a vacation home, multifamily apartment building, or primary residence with the purpose of renting out space, he or she will surely have questions about the process for you and your agents. Consider these common queries. |
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